INTRODUCTION
The name AAS has stood for technology, innovation, quality, and customer orientation We provided best care to our valued patients, and always thought about the proper patient satisfaction and bringing the patient back to normality.
Our Goals Are Your Goals
At our small team of skilled Orthotic & Prosthetic professionals provides the best in one-on-one care to our patients. It is this high level of attention and detailed assessments that make it possible for us to not only achieve, but exceed the goals of our patients.
We will continue to use our experience and expertise responsibly in order to improve the quality of life of disabled people by providing functional and techno logically outstanding solutions in the future.
Our objective is to offer maximum mobility, independence and normality to people with physical disabilities. User functionality is therefore most important criterion for measuring our Products.
Whatever we do, people are always our number one priority: we are committed to helping them achieve maximum mobility, independence and normality.
How we work?
Whatever we do, people are always our number one priority: we are committed to helping them achieve maximum mobility, independence and normality.
We use our specific treatment protocol to provide the patient appropriate rehabilitation services and help him revive his/her normal daily life.
Patient Assessment
We perform a comprehensive assessment of the patient to obtain an understanding of the patient's orthotic/prosthetic needs:
We create a comprehensive orthotic/prosthetic treatment plan to meet the needs and goals of the patient:
We perform the necessary procedures to deliver the appropriate orthotic/prosthetic services, which include fabrication of the orthosis/prosthesis:
We provide continuing patient care and periodic evaluation to assure/maintain/ document optimal fit and function of the orthosis/prosthesis:
The name AAS has stood for technology, innovation, quality, and customer orientation We provided best care to our valued patients, and always thought about the proper patient satisfaction and bringing the patient back to normality.
Our Goals Are Your Goals
At our small team of skilled Orthotic & Prosthetic professionals provides the best in one-on-one care to our patients. It is this high level of attention and detailed assessments that make it possible for us to not only achieve, but exceed the goals of our patients.
We will continue to use our experience and expertise responsibly in order to improve the quality of life of disabled people by providing functional and techno logically outstanding solutions in the future.
Our objective is to offer maximum mobility, independence and normality to people with physical disabilities. User functionality is therefore most important criterion for measuring our Products.
Whatever we do, people are always our number one priority: we are committed to helping them achieve maximum mobility, independence and normality.
How we work?
Whatever we do, people are always our number one priority: we are committed to helping them achieve maximum mobility, independence and normality.
We use our specific treatment protocol to provide the patient appropriate rehabilitation services and help him revive his/her normal daily life.
Patient Assessment
We perform a comprehensive assessment of the patient to obtain an understanding of the patient's orthotic/prosthetic needs:
- We review patient’s prescription/referral.
- We take a comprehensive patient history, including demographic characteristics, family dynamics, previous use of an orthosis/prosthesis, diagnosis, work history, avocational activities, signs and symptoms, medical history (including allergies to materials, current medications), reimbursement status, patient expectations, patient compliance with ancillary care, results of diagnostic evaluations.
- We perform a diagnosis-specific functional clinical and cognitive ability examination that includes manual muscle testing, gait analysis, and evaluation of sensory function, range of motion, joint stability, and skin integrity.
- We also consult with other health care providers and caregivers, when appropriate, about patient’s condition in order to formulate a treatment plan.
- Then we verify patient care by documenting history, ongoing care, and follow-up, using established record-keeping techniques.
- We refer patient, if appropriate, to other health care providers for intervention beyond orthotic/prosthetic scope of practice.
We create a comprehensive orthotic/prosthetic treatment plan to meet the needs and goals of the patient:
- First evaluate the findings to determine an orthotic/prosthetic treatment plan.
- Then we formulate treatment goals and expected orthotic/prosthetic outcomes to reduce pain, increase comfort, provide stability, prevent deformity, address aesthetic factors, and/or promote healing to enhance function and independence.
- Then we identify design, materials, and components to support treatment plan.
- Developing a treatment plan is based on patient needs, including patient education and follow-up.
- We communicate to patient and/or caregiver about the recommended treatment plan and any optional plans, including disclosure of potential risks/benefits in orthotic/ prosthetic care.
- We also document treatment plan using established record-keeping techniques.
- We ensure patient or inform responsible parties of their financial responsibilities as they pertain to proposed treatment plan.
We perform the necessary procedures to deliver the appropriate orthotic/prosthetic services, which include fabrication of the orthosis/prosthesis:
- We inform patient, family, and/or caregiver of the orthotic/prosthetic procedure, possible risks, and time involved in the procedure.
- We provide patient with preparatory care for orthotic/prosthetic treatment (e.g., diagnostic splint, compression garment).
- We select appropriate materials/techniques in order to obtain a patient model/image.
- We prepare patient for procedure required to initiate treatment plan (e.g., measure, take impression, delineate, scan, digitize).
- We perform procedure (e.g., measure, take impression, delineate, scan, digitize).
- We select appropriate materials and components for orthosis/prosthesis based on patient criteria to ensure optimum strength, durability, and function (e.g., ankle or knee joints, feet, knee units, and lamination layups).
- We prepare delineation/impression/template for modification/fabrication (e.g., prepare impression/reverse delineation, digitize).
- We rectify and prepare patient model/image for fabrication.
- We fabricate/assemble orthosis/prosthesis in order to prepare for initial or diagnostic fitting and/or delivery
- We assess device for structural safety and ensure manufacturers’ guidelines have been followed prior to patient fitting/delivery (e.g., torque values, patient weight limits)
- We assess/align orthosis/prosthesis for accuracy in sagittal, transverse, and coronal planes in order to provide maximum function/comfort
- We ensure materials, design, and components are provided as specified in the treatment plan
- We complete fabrication process after achieving optimal fit and function of orthosis/ prosthesis (e.g., convert test socket to definitive orthosis/prosthesis)
- We educate patient and/or caregiver about the use and maintenance of the orthosis/prosthesis (e.g., wearing schedules, other instructions)
- We re-assess orthosis/prosthesis for structural safety prior to patient delivery
- We document treatment using established record-keeping techniques to verify implementation of treatment plan
- We also refer patient to appropriate health care providers (e.g., nurse practitioners, therapists) for necessary ancillary care
We provide continuing patient care and periodic evaluation to assure/maintain/ document optimal fit and function of the orthosis/prosthesis:
- We obtain feedback from patient and/or caregiver to evaluate outcome (e.g., wear schedule/ tolerance, comfort, perceived benefits, perceived detriments, ability to don and doff, proper usage and function, overall patient satisfaction)
- We assess patient’s function and note any changes
- We assess patient’s skin condition (e.g., integrity, color, temperature, volume) and note any changes
- We assess patient’s general health, height, and weight, and note any changes
- We assess patient’s psychosocial status (e.g., family status, job, or caregiver), and note any changes
- We assess fit of orthosis/prosthesis with regard to strategic contact (e.g., multiple force systems, total contact) to determine need for changes relative to initial treatment goals
- We assess fit of orthosis/prosthesis with regard to anatomical relationships to orthosis/ prosthesis (e.g., trimlines, static/dynamic alignment) to determine need for changes relative to initial treatment goals
- We assess patient’s achievement of planned treatment outcomes
- We formulate plan to modify orthosis/prosthesis based on assessment of outcomes and inform patient and/or caregiver of plan to modify orthosis/prosthesis as necessary
- We make or supervise modifications to orthosis/prosthesis (e.g., relieve pressure, change range of motion, change alignment, change components, add pressure-sensitive pad)
- We assess modified device for structural safety
- We evaluate results of modifications to orthosis/prosthesis, including static and dynamic assessment
- We reassess patient knowledge of goals and objectives to ensure proper use of orthosis/ prosthesis relative to modifications
- We document all findings and actions and communicate with physicians, referral sources, and appropriately licensed health care providers to ensure patient status is updated
- We develop long-term follow-up plan.